Job Title: Executive Sous Chef

Company: Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Location: FAIRMONT UDAIPUR PALACE, Udaipur, India

Job Type: Permanent

Company Description

Your Fairmont Journey Starts Here:

Are you a someone with a passion for excellence and a flair for exceptional hospitality? Fairmont Udaipur Palace invites you to embark on an unforgettable journey of luxury and join our pre-opening team.


Job Description

Reporting to the Executive Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues
Manage all Kitchens in the absence of the Executive Chef
Create all food menus with the guidance of the Executive Chef
Complete daily market lists to ensure quality food ordering while maintaining budgeted costs
Meet with Storekeepers to ensure quality & par levels are maintained
Interact closely with the Catering department to assist in function menu co-ordination and meet with  Guests as required
Liaise daily with Outlet Managers and Sous Chefs to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback
Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
Ensure proper staffing and scheduling in accordance to productivity guidelines
Support colleagues to ensure all kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions.
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Previous leadership experience in the culinary field required
Minimum of 7 years of well-rounded experience in all areas of the culinary field
Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required
Diploma Certification/ Degree in a Culinary discipline required
Previous Hotel/Resort experience preferred
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
Highly responsible & reliable
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Additional Information

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Posted: 21/02/2026